Hemodynamics, fluids & transfusion
The effect of peripheral vasopressor protocols on extravasation rates: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Pooled result · Extravasation rateResult — go to the resultU 68Authors' conclusion
This review demonstrated that peripheral vasopressor protocols did not yield statistically significant reductions in extravasation rates among patients receiving peripheral vasopressor therapy.
Study context
- Population
- Critically ill adult patients (≥18 years) receiving peripherally administered vasopressors
- Participants
- 10,983 patients · 22 studies
- Comparison
- Peripheral vasopressor protocol vs no protocol
- Outcome
- Extravasation rate (per 1000 patients)
Pooled result
Extravasation rate
U
68
P = 0.78
By group
As reported in the abstract
Original publication
The effect of peripheral vasopressor protocols on extravasation rates: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Crit Care. Published 17 May 2026. doi:10.
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